Betty served as the inspiration for picking up my first vintage sewing pattern, which then sat for forever in my sewing box.  When I finally got around to cutting out the pieces, it took some time for me to finish it.  I think I was partly intimidated because I’d only ever sewn one garment from a pattern.  Though I know a double pointed dart and facing can’t be that difficult, I’d never done either before.

I wish I hadn’t been so intimidated.

This muslin was a piece of cake and looks better than I could have expected–even in this floral Ikea fabric.  I could definitely see this in a wool for winter or an eyelet for summer.  Now I just need to go fabric shopping.

Enjoy your weekend.